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Temper tantrum
An explosive outburst, usually by a child, often as a result of frustration or developmental disabilities. It may resolve with a variety of parental interventions, such as behavioral modification techniques (e.g., positive reinforcement of more acceptable behaviors by the child).
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Tanning salon
A commercial establishment where patrons can expose themselves to ultraviolet light to darken their skin. Because ultraviolet light ages the skin and increases the likelihood of skin cancers, tanning salons are frowned on by dermatologists, cancer specialists, and other health care professionals.
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Tannerella
A genus of gram-negative, anaerobic, non-spore-forming bacilli (formerly classified as Bacteroides). One species, T. forsythensis (less commonly known as T. forsythia), is an important cause of periodontal infection.
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Tandem repeat
A short segment of DNA that includes duplicated genetic material.
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Nasal tamponade
Compression of nasal blood vessels to stop bleeding.
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Balloon tamponade
The application of pressure against a part of the body with an inflatable balloon, typically to stop blood loss. Balloon tamponade has been used to stop bleeding from esophageal varices, ectopic pregnancies, the postpartum uterus, the liver (e.g., after gunshot wounds), damaged blood vessels.
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Menstrual tampon
An absorbent material suitably shaped and prepared to provide a hygienic means of absorbing menstrual fluid in the vagina. A cord is attached and remains outside the vagina to facilitate removal. These tampons are made for self-insertion. Washing hands before insertion and after removal as well as changing tampons often guards against toxic shock syndrome.…
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Tamoxifen citrate
An antiestrogenic drug used in treating and preventing breast cancer.
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Tamm-horsfall mucoprotein
A normal mucoprotein in the urine, produced by the ascending limb of the loop of Henle. When this protein is concentrated at low pH, it forms gel, which may protect the kidney from infection by bacteria.
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Talonid
The crushing region, the posterior or heel part, of a lower molar tooth.
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